Tips

The first step to reducing False Alarms provided by your security system is to identify the causes. Some of these common causes for homeowners and businesses include:

Using incorrect keypad codes.

Failing to train authorized users.

Failure to secure doors and windows once the alarm is turned on.

Wandering pets.

Re-entering the home just after leaving without disarming the system.

Objects hanging by or around motion detectors.

Weak system batteries.

Faulty equipment.

False alarms due to faulty equipment or acts of nature are rare. The single largest cause of false alarms is human error, which can be easily prevented. Some techniques to prevent these False Alarms include: